To activate/deactivate the Hill start assist system (STI)

While the Hill start assist system is deactivated, when starting on an uphill grade, braking power is not maintained if the brake pedal is released. Start on an uphill grade by using the parking brake.
You can activate/deactivate the Hill start assist system according to the following procedure.
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